Biomimetic Nanofibrous Scaffold Research (MS/PhD)

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Organization
U.S. Navy
Reference Code
N39467-027
How to Apply

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Description

One research opportunity is available with NAMRU- SA. Qualified candidates must have at least a MS (PhD is preferred) in Bioengineering or related field. The opportunity includes, but is not limited to, the following:

Develop a novel biomimetic nanofibrous scaffold through electrospinning composed of natural polymers capable of releasing bioactive agents. The scaffold would be designed to serve as a wound dressing. This project requires state-of-the-art research of scaffold fabrication, evaluation of scaffold architecture, and the use of analytical tools to correlate scaffold properties with biological performance in-vitro and in-vivo. In this project it will be necessary to optimize and execute laboratory assays for development of a scaffold with appropriate properties to serve as a wound dressing. Under the direction of the principal investigator staff, the intern will assist with:

-Fabricating a scaffold via electrospinning and optimize the parameters necessary to achieve a biomimetic scaffold on the nanoscale level that releases bioactive agents.
-Performing mechanical and physical testing of the fabricated scaffold as well as ascertain images using various imaging devices (SEM, TEM, AFM, etc).
-Cell cultivation, cell characterization and basic molecular assays to ascertain the bioactivity of the scaffold.
-Performing statistical analysis and interpretation of research findings.
-Preparing research manuscripts based on the findings.
-Developing and writing research proposals.

An ideal candidate would be highly motivated and detail-oriented and have demonstrated ability to work both independently and in a team.

Qualifications

MS or PhD Biomaterials, Biomedical engineering, Bioengineering, Tissue engineering, Molecular biology or related field

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Eligibility Requirements
  • Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Only
  • Degree: Master's Degree or Doctoral Degree.
  • Discipline(s):
    • Environmental and Marine Sciences (1 )
    • Life Health and Medical Sciences (45 )
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